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Board Games

Board games can be a great way to develop math skills. Many games involve counting, addition and subtraction, strategy, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning. These are some of my favorites.

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UPMSX Joyful Mathematics Multi Board Game
Strategic math game for 2 players. Perfect for 8-year-olds to adults. 
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Kingdomino
Build your kingdom to win. Students learn about patterns, strategy, multiplication, and addition as they play this game. 
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Santorini
This is a fun strategy game that will really make you think. For ages 8 and up.

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Azul
This is a tile arranging game. It involves strategy, patterns, and counting.

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Prime Club
A fun way to learn about multiplication and factorization. The circles with multiple colors make this really fun and engaging. 

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Kanoodle
This puzzle game is really fun and great for travel. You have to use the connected beads to complete a variety of challenges. 

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Ticket to Ride
In this adventure board game there are multiple ways to earn points. This is a great game to help students think about strategy and counting.

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Tsuro
A fun strategy game that involves creating unique paths around the game board. You have to plan and anticipate.

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  • Yucky!
    • Math Apps
    • Board Games
    • Websites
    • Math Activities
    • Articles for Parents
    • Yucky! - Reviews
  • Guess My Rule
  • Presentations
    • Math Is Not Yucky!
    • ChatGPT for Everyday Life
    • Visual Design
    • ChatGPT in the Classroom
    • D2L Training
    • Fun Math Routines
    • Integrating Technology with UDL
    • Tech Tools
    • Silver Linings
    • Gamification
    • Idea to App